Is B.C.'s COVID-19 death rate really as low as official numbers show?

If all excess deaths were due to COVID-19 but not reported as such, it would still put B.C. below Quebec and Ontario, every major state and the vast majority of western European countries — but it wouldn’t make B.C. look as much of an outlier, or perhaps deserving of praise in international media.


Coronavirus: What's happening in Canada and around the world on Friday

People in Quebec who aren't fully vaccinated could be denied access to certain activities in the event of a COVID-19 outbreak, starting in September.


'We're all treaty people': Dehcho Dene reflect on legacy and future of Treaty 11

A century after Treaty 11 was signed, many Dene aren’t in a celebratory mood. Instead, they reflect on Dene resilience and the power of relationships with one another and the land.


Family demands changes to nursing home regulations after N.B. senior served 'eviction notice'

Pauline Breen, 83, was given 15 days to find new accommodation after her family questioned treatment.


Fully vaccinated and yearning to travel? Here are the new rules of the road

Before packing their bags, fully vaccinated travellers should note there are still rules in place that could affect their trip.


How Canadians are making sure no one is left behind in the vaccine rollout

Canada might be among the world leaders in terms of getting shots into arms, but more outreach needs to be done to marginalized communities to prevent future waves of the virus.


No, we can't fireproof towns and cities — but here's how we can make them more resilient

More than 200 active wildfires are blazing across B.C. as of Thursday and the already devastating fire season begs the question — is there any way for us to fireproof towns and cities at nature's edge?


Happy Nunavut Day! Just look at these photos of Inuit and their homeland

In honour of the holiday, we're sharing photos that capture the immense beauty of the territory.


Insect poop can be used to make sustainable fertilizer — and help plants weather climate change

In this week's issue of our environment newsletter, we look at how insect poop can be used as a sustainable fertilizer and how one Alberta brewery is using carbon capture technology for its beer.


Black Widow tackles character trauma for grittier narrative

CBC News spoke with director Cate Shortland, the first woman to helm a Marvel film solo.